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Release No: 236-99May 14, 1999

GENERAL OFFICER ANNOUNCEMENT

Secretary of Defense William S. Cohen announced today that the President has nominated Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Carlton W. Fulford Jr., for reappointment to the grade of lieutenant general with assignment as the director, Joint Staff. Fulford is currently serving as the commander, U.S. Marine Forces Pacific; commanding general, Fleet Marine Forces Pacific and commander, Marine Corps bases Pacific.